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    SEARS MODEL NUMBER 917.374590 Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Service • Adjustments ® Repair Parts Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment OWNER'S MANUAL 145153 REV. 1 06/29/94 Printed in U.S.A.[...]

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    SAFETY RULES CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACEWIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REFA,RS IMPORTANT SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO D[...]

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    CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn Mower. it has been designed, engineered and manufac- tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center/Department. We have competent, well- trained technicians and [...]

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    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECiFICATiONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLITiES ..................... 31 12-14 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 ASSEMBLY ................................................[...]

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    LAWN ACCESSORI These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also ayailable at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of you r lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower. ENGINE SPARK PLUG MUFFL[...]

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    ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn CONTROL BAR mower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled UPPER HANDLE for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete t[...]

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    ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLE AND ATTACH GRASS CATCHER (See Figs. 3A thru 4) = To assemble tubular frame to grass bag, work sewn hem of bag out through the front opening of bag to expose the hem. • Thread tubular frame into hem and gather material at top of frame as shown. Push frame inside bag through the opening until only the ends of frame ere exposed [...]

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    OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. STARTER BUTTON ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CABLE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR DR[...]

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    OPERATION NOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without mulcher plate in pmaee and door closed or without an approved clipping deflector or grasscatcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open. ENGINE SPEED (See Fig. 5) The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on[...]

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    OPERATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE OiL (See Fig. 9) Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine. • Be sure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean. • Remove engine oil cap w/dipstick and fill to the full line on the dipstick. . Use 20 ozs. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in Customer Responsibilit[...]

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    OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. SEE "CLEANING" IN CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION OF THIS MANUAL. The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- pings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into t[...]

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    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check for Loose Fasteners _/' I' _='_"_ ..... Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) $_4 !4 # Clean Lawn Mower ft## Inspect!Clean Drive Wheels (Self-Propelled Mowers) _ if Sharpen/Replace Mower Blade _ 3 Lubrication Char[...]

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    CUSTOMER RESPONS BILITIES LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. TIRES Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber. o Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. BLADE CARE For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. R[...]

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    CUSTOME RESPONS BILITIES ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES °F -20° 0 _ 30 _ 32 ° 40 _ 60" 80" 100 ° TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTfCrPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE N[...]

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    SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: = Release control bar. b" Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. , Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in [...]

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    ;ERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Figs. 15 Thru 17) Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your mowing comfort. Four (4) positions are available: high, medium high, medium low and tow. Handles are shipped mounted in the medium low position. To change from medium low to medium high position, the upper and lower handle sectio[...]

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    SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE ENGINE SPEED Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury. If you believe that the engine is run ning too fast or tee slow_ takeyourlawnmowertoanauthorized service center for repair and adjustment. CARBURETOR Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed [...]

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    STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the Custome[...]

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    REPAIR PARTS 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.374590 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 14 10 15 17 10 KEY PART NO. NO, 1 17490416 2 137055X004 3 137053 4 57072 5 702710 6 48373 7 77881 8 137051 9 137074 10 57079 11 131484 12 700343 DESCRIPTION Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 Engagement Bracket Shifter Seal Grooved Pin 1/8 x 5/8 Gear Ca[...]

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    REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 9!7.374590 J_o O 27 26 28 30 29 6 10 37 68 ._ 40 34 32 22 67 39 55 31 35 32 29 62 47 25[...]

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    REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.374590 KEY PART DESCRIPTgON KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO NO. NO 1 850989X479 Upper Handle 40 140628X479 2 143697 Engine Zone Control Cable 41 850998 3 144929 Screw 42 750097 5 85827 Cable Clip 43 87930 6 136376 Handle Knob 44 48381 7 STD541425 Locknut 1/4-20 45 83253 9 48137 Rear Doo[...]

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    REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.374590 10 14 18 10 14 16 f 15 11 / 7 9 25 ,8 13 12[...]

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    REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.374.590 KEY PART DESCRIPTmON KEY PART DESCRMPTJON NO, NO. NO, NO 1 48225 Drive Head Kit 18 701037 2 142098 Drive Control 25 702182 4 144929 Pan Head Machine Screw 1/4-20 26 87866 5 137078 V-Belt 27 750097 6 700875 Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x2-3/4 28 700989 7 85179 Retainer Clip 31 132010[...]

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    REPAIR PARTS 22" POWER PROPELLED LAWN MOWER-. = MODEL NO. 917o374590 / 8 2 7 / / / KEY PART NO. NO. 1 86334X479 2 86337X479 3 750909 4 750097 5 86353 6 111549X 7 86649 8 134861 DESCRIPTION Battery Bracket Battery Cover Battery Hex Washer Head Screw # 10-24 xl/2 Connector Mounting Clip Battery Charger Battery Pad Battery Wrap 24[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143,945502 / 223._ 182 < / 178 i 322 25[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.945502 REF PART NO. NO. 1 36478 2 26727 6 33734 7 34214A 8 33735 9 30200 !2 33886 12B 34695 14 28277 15 30589 16 31383A 17 31335 18 650548 19 36281 20 32600 30 35801 40 36073 36074 36075 4! 36070 36071 36072 42 36076 36077 36078 43 20381 45 32875 46 32610A 48 27241 50 35992 52 29914 69 35261 70 34311D 72 30572[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.945502 CARBURETOR NO. 632681 REF PART NO. NO. -- 632681 1 631615 2 631767 4 631184 5 631183 6 632504 7 650506 16 631775 25 631867 27 631024 28 632019 29 631028 30 631021 31 631022 35 36045 35A 632647 40 632682 44 27110 48 631027 DESCRIPTION Carburetor, Complete (includes Reference Number 184 of Engine Parts Li[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.945502 REWIND STARTER NO. 590702 REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 13 12 -- 590702 1 590599A 2 590600 3 590696 4 590601 5 590697 6 590698 7 590699 8 590700 11 590703 12 590535 13 590701 Recoil Starter, Complete Spring Pin (Includes Reference #4) Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley &[...]

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    SERVICE NOTES 29[...]

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    SERVICE NOTES 3O[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Does not start Loss of power Poorcut-uneven Excessive vibration Starter rope hard to pull Loss of drive Grass catcher not filling (If so equipped) Hard to push CAUSE 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Out of fuel 3. Stale fuel. 4. Water in fuel 5. Spark plug wire is disconnected. 6. Bad spark ptug. 7. Loose blade or broken blade[...]

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    OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.374590 IF YOU NEED REPAIR SERVICE OR PARTS: FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800-4=REPAIR (1=800°473°7247) FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION AND ORDERING, CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: 1-800oFON=PART (1-800-366=7278) ® 5.5 HORSEPOWER 22" REAR DISCHARGE POWER PROPELLED 3 IN ONE CONVERTIBLE ROT[...]